2006 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 925 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2010 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Accord | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
